December weather forecast
Athol Springs, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Athol Springs, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in December, with a decline from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C). In Athol Springs, a slight decrease from the daytime peak is noted during the month of December, with an average low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 174.7 rainfall days, and 28.7" (729mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Athol Springs are January through May, October through December. In December, in Athol Springs, it is snowing for 16.1 days. Throughout December, 5.75" (146mm) of snow is accumulated. In Athol Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 81.7 days and aggregates up to 31.73" (806mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Athol Springs is 2.8h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Athol Springs. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Athol Springs?

In Athol Springs, in December, the average high-temperature is 35.2°F (1.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Athol Springs?

In Athol Springs, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in Athol Springs in December?

In Athol Springs, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Athol Springs?

In Athol Springs, in December, snow falls for 16.1 days, with typically accumulated 5.75" (146mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Athol Springs?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Athol Springs.

What is the average length of the day in December in Athol Springs?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Athol Springs?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in Athol Springs, New York, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Athol Springs?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Athol Springs?

The months with the lowest UV index in Athol Springs, New York, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Athol Springs?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Athol Springs, New York, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Athol Springs, NY

Average temperature in December - Athol Springs, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Athol Springs, NY

Average pressure in December - Athol Springs, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Athol Springs, NY

Average wind speed in December - Athol Springs, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Athol Springs, NY

Average humidity in December - Athol Springs, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Athol Springs, NY

Average rainfall in December - Athol Springs, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in December
Athol Springs, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Athol Springs, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Athol Springs, NY

Average snowfall in December - Athol Springs, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Athol Springs, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Athol Springs, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Athol Springs, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Athol Springs, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Athol Springs, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Athol Springs, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Athol Springs, NY

Average UV index in December - Athol Springs, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Athol Springs, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Athol Springs, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Athol Springs, NY

Average visibility in December - Athol Springs, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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